2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Kia | Marcos |
Model | Sorento | Mantara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1120 mm |